GroupM Services Hiring for Ecommerce Director MENA Job at Dubai Full Time

Ecommerce Director MENA

Main responsibilities:

3 best things about the job:

• You will be integral in building best practices and eCommerce for the agency
• Be part of a fun and flexible work environment that combines the best of entrepreneurialism whilst at the same time being part of the largest marketing services group in the world
• Develop bespoke tools and solutions to meet existing data demand, working with our global and regional network for ideas exchange

Responsibilities of the role:

• Lead e-commerce strategic initiatives, operational improvements and the implementation of digital traffic driving efforts
• Develop marketplaces proposals when required, around end-to-end precision activation to store management, helping brands deliver strong performance and growth.
• Apply insights and recommendations from proven best practices, while always considering fit and purpose for local consumers and marketplaces.
• Review competitive landscape and identify trends, adjusting plans and activities based upon identified information
• Work closely with key eCommerce marketplaces, and local eCommerce players to test new formats and innovations
• Serve as the leader of all e-commerce activity across our MENA client base, establishing KPI’s, building the team vision & actively proposing strategic growth opportunities
• Build and grow knowledge and understanding of the e-commerce function within GroupM by cultivating and training talent, participating in new business pitches, and working with client teams to identify areas for organic growth
• Define key roles and responsibilities across a dedicated e-commerce team, manage performance, and push for accountability in delivery
• Help build and strengthen client relationships while verifying goals and ensuring initiatives are achieved
• Lead multiple clients and projects concurrently, while prioritizing the most important opportunities at hand
• Create & maintain an e-commerce resource hub; moderate a collaborative forum between the agency and clients
• Partner with all required stakeholders (Client Leads, Finance, HR, GroupM agencies etc.) as required, ensuring a lock-step relationship to drive a seamless product

What we are looking for:

• Bachelor’s degree in a Relevant field
• 7+ years related work experience in a relevant field. You’ll require a broad knowledge across Ecommerce consulting.
• 5+ leadership experience, developing cross functional teams of subject matter experts in their respective fields.
• Thorough understanding of Ecommerce channels
• Extensive operational capabilities who has led large-scale cross-functional projects & process improvements
• Highly skilled relationship builder, with the ability to engage & influence stakeholders of all levels.
• Demonstrated Strategic thinker who can develop scalable, measurable solutions to address business challenges.
• Advanced communication skills, with experience representing organisations at industry events.
• Exceptionally strong experience in partner management, working with key partners to co-develop business opportunities.
• Flexibility to work in a cross-functional team but also have the initiative to problem solve independently